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Medit Review (2026)

“Medit has become the value disruptor of the intraoral scanner market. While iTero charges subscription fees and 3Shape TRIOS demands premium pricing, Medit sells capable scanners at $15,000-$19,000 with no mandatory subscription and an open architecture that lets you work with any lab. The i900 flagship is lighter than an iPhone, scans 31% faster than the i700, and costs $5,000 less than it did at launch. The new i900M is the world's first iPad-compatible scanner. Medit is not quite as accurate as the 3Shape TRIOS in head-to-head tests, but for the vast majority of clinical applications, the difference is clinically insignificant. If you are a general practice looking to enter digital dentistry without a crushing capital expenditure, Medit is the scanner to beat.”
By The Molar Report|Updated April 5, 2026|7 min read
Our Take

Medit is best value in intraoral scanners -- capable scanners from $15,000 with no subscription fees, open STL export, and compatibility with any lab.. Medit has become the value disruptor of the intraoral scanner market. While iTero charges subscription fees and 3Shape TRIOS demands premium pricing, Medit sells capable scanners at $15,000-$19,000 with no mandatory subscription and an open architecture that lets you work with any lab. The i900 flagship is lighter than an iPhone, scans 31% faster than the i700, and costs $5,000 less than it did at launch. The new i900M is the world's first iPad-compatible scanner. Medit is not quite as accurate as the 3Shape TRIOS in head-to-head tests, but for the vast majority of clinical applications, the difference is clinically insignificant. If you are a general practice looking to enter digital dentistry without a crushing capital expenditure, Medit is the scanner to beat.

Best ForGeneral practices and multi-location groups entering digital dentistry that want an accurate, affordable intraoral scanner with no subscription fees, open lab compatibility, and 40-60% lower cost than iTero or 3Shape.
Key StrengthBest value in intraoral scanners -- capable scanners from $15,000 with no subscription fees, open STL export, and compatibility with any lab.
Biggest DrawbackSlightly less accurate than 3Shape TRIOS
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What Is Medit?

Medit is a South Korean dental technology company that manufactures intraoral scanners and design software for digital dentistry. Their scanner lineup includes the i700 (wired and wireless), the i900 (flagship), and the newly released i900M (iPad-compatible). The Medit Link software platform provides scan acquisition, case management, and integration with 50+ dental applications covering workflows for crowns, bridges, implants, aligners, dentures, and more.

The company's market position is built on three pillars: aggressive pricing that undercuts iTero and 3Shape by 30-50%, an open architecture that exports STL/PLY/OBJ files to any lab or CAD/CAM system, and perpetual software licensing with no mandatory subscriptions. In an industry where locked ecosystems and subscription fatigue are real pain points, Medit's approach has earned it a devoted following.

Medit ranked among the top four scanners in an international survey of over 1,000 dentists, coming out ahead on ease-of-use, speed, support, and price.

Who Is It For?

General practices entering digital dentistry: If you are buying your first intraoral scanner, Medit is the value play. The i700 at ~$15,000 is substantially cheaper than a 3Shape TRIOS 5 or iTero Element, and you are not locked into any lab or CAD/CAM ecosystem.

Cost-conscious practices: No subscription fees, no per-scan charges, and autoclavable tips that cost ~$0.47 per patient (vs. disposable tips on some competitors). The total cost of ownership is meaningfully lower than alternatives.

Multi-location groups and DSOs: Standardizing on Medit across locations reduces capital outlay compared to premium scanner brands. The open architecture means you can work with whatever labs each location prefers.

Practices that value lab flexibility: Medit's open STL export means you send cases to whoever gives you the best price and quality. iTero pushes you toward Align Technology products, and CEREC locks you into the Dentsply Sirona ecosystem.

Orthodontic practices heavily invested in Invisalign should stick with iTero, which has seamless ClinCheck integration that Medit cannot match. Practices demanding the absolute highest accuracy for complex full-arch cases may prefer the 3Shape TRIOS 5.

Key Features

i900 Flagship Scanner: At 245g, it is lighter than an iPhone 15 Pro Max and nearly half the weight of the i700. The scanning window is 38% larger than the i700 (19x15mm vs. 14x13mm), which dramatically speeds up full-arch scanning. Touch interfaces replace physical buttons. The thinner cable is 61% more flexible than the i700's. Clinical testing shows 31% faster scanning once adapted to the new form factor.

i700 (Wired and Wireless): The established workhorse. The wireless version is the main reason to choose i700 over i900 -- if you want cable-free scanning, this is your option. Accuracy is sufficient for crowns, bridges, and implant cases in daily clinical use.

i900M (iPad-Compatible): The world's first iPad-compatible intraoral scanner, launched in 2026. Scan anytime, anywhere without a dedicated workstation. This opens up mobile and satellite office workflows that were previously impractical.

Medit Link Software: Free desktop software for scan acquisition, case management, and application integration. Open platform with 50+ apps covering restorative, ortho, implant, and prosthetic workflows. Cloud storage is free up to 1 GB with subscription options for additional storage.

Open Architecture: Export scans in STL, PLY, or OBJ formats. Send cases to any dental lab, any CAD/CAM system, any aligner company. No ecosystem lock-in.

Autoclavable Tips: Scanner tips withstand up to 150 sterilization cycles at 134C. At ~$70 per tip, that works out to roughly $0.47 per patient -- significantly cheaper than single-use alternatives.

Pros

  • Best value in the intraoral scanner market -- 40-60% cheaper than iTero and 3Shape
  • No mandatory subscription fees -- perpetual software licensing
  • Open architecture with STL/PLY/OBJ export to any lab or CAD/CAM system
  • i900 is lighter than an iPhone with a 38% larger scanning window
  • 50+ apps in the Medit ecosystem covering all major workflows
  • Autoclavable tips at $0.47/patient vs. expensive disposables

Cons

  • Slightly less accurate than 3Shape TRIOS in head-to-head tests (clinically insignificant for most cases)
  • No seamless Invisalign ClinCheck integration -- orthodontists should consider iTero
  • Training and support are not free -- an added cost that competitors include
  • Stitching accuracy can struggle in complex full-arch edentulous cases
  • Wired i900 means no wireless option in the flagship model
  • Still building brand recognition against established names like iTero and 3Shape

What We Like and What We Don't

What Works
  • 40-60% cheaper than iTero and 3Shape
  • No mandatory subscription fees
  • Open STL/PLY/OBJ export to any lab
  • i900 lighter than an iPhone with 38% larger scan window
  • 50+ apps in the Medit ecosystem
  • Autoclavable tips at $0.47/patient
What Doesn't
  • Slightly less accurate than 3Shape TRIOS
  • No seamless Invisalign ClinCheck integration
  • Training and support cost extra
  • Stitching can struggle in complex edentulous cases
  • No wireless option in flagship i900
  • Still building brand recognition vs established names

Who This Is For (and Who Should Look Elsewhere)

Medit Is a Strong Fit If You...

  • 40-60% cheaper than iTero and 3Shape
  • No mandatory subscription fees
  • Open STL/PLY/OBJ export to any lab
  • i900 lighter than an iPhone with 38% larger scan window
  • 50+ apps in the Medit ecosystem

You Should Look Elsewhere If You...

  • Slightly less accurate than 3Shape TRIOS
  • No seamless Invisalign ClinCheck integration
  • Training and support cost extra
  • Stitching can struggle in complex edentulous cases
  • No wireless option in flagship i900

How It Compares

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MeditPearlDentalMonitoring
TMR Score9.09.09.0
ArchitectureHybridCloud-basedcloud-native
Starting PriceSubscriptionPer locationCustom
Best ForGeneral practices and multi-location groups entering digital dentistry that want an accurate, affordable intraoral scanner with no subscription fees, open lab compatibility, and 40-60% lower cost than iTero or 3Shape.Any practice that wants AI-assisted radiograph analysis to catch missed pathology and improve case acceptance. Especially valuable for DSOs standardizing clinical quality across locations.Orthodontic practices and DSOs looking to reduce in-office visits by 45% while maintaining clinical control through AI-powered remote monitoring of aligner and braces treatments across all brands.

The Bottom Line

Medit has become the value disruptor of the intraoral scanner market. While iTero charges subscription fees and 3Shape TRIOS demands premium pricing, Medit sells capable scanners at $15,000-$19,000 with no mandatory subscription and an open architecture that lets you work with any lab. The i900 flagship is lighter than an iPhone, scans 31% faster than the i700, and costs $5,000 less than it did at launch. The new i900M is the world's first iPad-compatible scanner. Medit is not quite as accurate as the 3Shape TRIOS in head-to-head tests, but for the vast majority of clinical applications, the difference is clinically insignificant. If you are a general practice looking to enter digital dentistry without a crushing capital expenditure, Medit is the scanner to beat.

Our recommendation: If Medit matches your practice profile, put it on your shortlist. Visit their site and make your decision based on the numbers and the fit.

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